Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Announced January 2014
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS30
- New Model is Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZS35 was introduced 13 months later than the WB250F making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the ZS35 matches up versus the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Samsung WB250F
ZS35 | WB250F | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 13 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Panasonic ZS35
WB250F | ZS35 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Samsung WB250F
ZS35 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS35 enjoys exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS35 and the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS35 and WB250F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS35 and WB250F.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern ZS35 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS35 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Samsung WB250F |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $250 |